Whether you are looking to meet Santa Claus, appreciate art and music, or stay in shape, Charleston has holiday events for everyone. Below is just a sampling of the fun activities happening around Charleston this December.
Holy City Messiah | December 6 (Downtown), December 8 (Mount Pleasant), December 9 (Summerville)
Join in the timeless tradition and see Handel’s best-known work, the Messiah, featuring the Charleston Symphony Orchestra Chamber Chorus and guest soloists at three gorgeous churches around Charleston. Get your tickets here.
28th Annual Reindeer Run | December 8
Presented by Half-Moon Outfitters, this family- and pet-friendly 5K race takes place on the lower Charleston Peninsula. Funds generated from the event are donated towards the new MUSC Shawn Jenkins Children’s Hospital, set to open in 2019, and the Charitable Society of Charleston. Learn more about the Reindeer Run here.
37th Annual Holiday Parade of Boats | December 8
View the procession of beautifully lighted and festive boats through the Charleston Harbor. Find more information here.
Folly Beach Christmas Parade | December 8
Head over to Folly Beach and enjoy the Annual Christmas Parade. Afterwards, finish up your Christmas shopping at the Arts & Crafts Show at the Community Center. Learn more here.
41st Kiawah Island Marathon | December 8
Cheer on the runners at Kiawah Island‘s 41st Annual Marathon. Often used as a Boston Marathon Qualifier, there will be up to 4,000 participants running the race. Learn about marathon packages here.
Meet Santa at the Market Pavilion Hotel | Through December 16
On Saturdays and Sundays through December 16, Santa will be making appearances at the Market Pavilion Hotel from 12-4pm. See Santa for a cause and bring an unwrapped toy to donate to The Salvation Army. Learn more here.
A Christmas Carol | Through December 19
After sold-out performances last year, Charleston Stage’s production of A Christmas Carol is back again for this year’s holiday season. Learn more about show times and ticket prices here.
Vienna Boys Choir | December 21
Renowned as one of the finest vocal ensembles in the world for centuries, the Vienna Boys Choir is coming to Charleston. Witness their stunning performance at the Gaillard Center. Find ticket information here.
2018 Charleston Christmas Special | December 8 – 23
Don’t miss this spectacular holiday show brought to you by producers Brad and Jennifer Moranz, featuring singers, dancers, and musicians from all over the country. Find showtimes and ticket information here.
Holiday Festival of Lights | Through December 31
Rain or shine, enjoy a stunning display of holiday- and Charleston-themed lights at James Island County Park along with family-friendly activities. The festival is open on Sunday-Thursday from 5:30pm – 10pm and Friday and Saturday from 5:30pm – 11pm. Find more details here.
Source: Charleston CVB
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